Pharmacy Technician – Seasonal

SmithRx

. Assist members, providers, pharmacies, and internal SmithRx teams with prescription complexities and timely coverage of clinically appropriate, cost-effective medication therapy .

Posted 10/8/2026contractRemote • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $22 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in prior authorization processes, including eligibility verification and claims processing, while effectively communicating with stakeholders. Proficient in utilizing technology tools to manage medication therapy and ensure compliance with clinical policies.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Active Pharmacy Technician LicensePrior Authorization Review ExperienceClaims ProcessingProficiency in MS OfficeCritical Thinking

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Hard Skills

Prior Authorization ReviewClaims AdjudicationMedication Therapy ManagementEligibility VerificationBasic Calculations

Soft Skills

Active ListeningEmpathyTime ManagementClear CommunicationMultitasking

Tools & Technologies

MacMS OfficeG-Suite

Certifications & Qualifications

Pharmacy Technician License

Industry Keywords

PBMHealth PlanClinical Review ProcessesMedication PoliciesStakeholder Outreach

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Assist members, providers, pharmacies, and internal SmithRx teams with prescription complexities and timely coverage of clinically appropriate, cost-effective medication therapy
Verify eligibility and drug coverage under plan benefit designs for appropriate claims processing
Triage clinical review processes for prior authorization requests according to established protocols
Review prior authorization requests using criteria, claims history, and plan benefit rules
Conduct prescriber and pharmacy outreach to verify and gather required information
Organize and prioritize requests for timely prior authorization case management
Build and adjust authorizations within the claim adjudication system
Navigate drug products and formulations and perform basic calculations to monitor accurate claims adjudication
Coordinate outreach across teams and address questions and escalations
Evaluate clinical situations against medication policies and approve or triage cases to a Pharmacist for denial
Determine when medications require internal or external review
Contact selected external stakeholders for approval on drugs with dollar limits

Requirements

What you’ll need

High School diploma or GED or equivalent work experience
Active Pharmacy Technician license required
2-4 years of experience as a Pharmacy Technician
Experience in prior authorization review, specifically working on the approval side at a PBM or health plan, preferred
Proficiency in Mac, MS Office, and G-Suite required
Critical thinking to navigate complex customized benefit plans and make sound clinical decisions
Active listening and conversational speaking skills, with a high degree of empathy
Ability to multitask, prioritize, and manage time effectively
Ability to communicate clearly and present complex information to members, clients, pharmacies, providers, and internal teams
Ability to work accurately within protocols and follow appropriate escalation pathways

Benefits

Comp & perks

Time off programs
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Mental health support
Paid parental leave
Life insurance
Disability insurance
401(k)
Potential eligibility for bonuses, commissions, or equity
Remote contract employment